Bible Verses About
a Broken Heart
For the broken-hearted — the Lord is near.
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
“Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
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Frequently asked
What does the Bible say about a broken heart?
Scripture speaks to a broken heart in passages such as Psalms 34:18, Psalms 147:3, Proverbs 3:5. For example, Psalms 34:18 says, “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
What is a well-known Bible verse about a broken heart?
Psalms 34:18 — “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
What is a short Bible verse about a broken heart?
Psalms 147:3 — “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”